How Hawaii Sees the Rest of America

Since we're located, oh, a solid 2,400+ miles away from the West Coast -- pretty much smack in the middle of the Pacific Ocean -- folks who are local to Hawaii have a unique view of the continental US. Here’s how the Aloha State envisions the rest of these United States.

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Amanda Zen is a freelance writer for Thrillist who would be into traveling to every state (... at least during the warmer months).

The Best Places to Watch the Sunrise and Sunset in Oahu

Oahu is home to some of the most spectacular sunrises and sunsets on this planet. The sparkling ocean makes a natural (and easy-to-access) accompaniment to nature’s mystical light show in the sky. Sometimes the sky will be bright orange and yellow -- a fantastic #nofilterneeded fire-y event. Other days, there may be a display of pretty pastel purples and pinks blending with blues and yellows, creating the perfect romantic backdrop. When you're trying to catch a particularly spectacular sunrise or sunset, you'll want to make sure you've found a beautiful setting to go with it. So here’s a list of the best places in Oahu to chase the sun and enjoying that magic moment.

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8 Cultural Activities To Class Up Your LA Weekend

Sure, it’s great to spend your weekends watching Marvel movies and DVRing Vanderpump Rules on the DL. But sometimes, you want to do something a little more refined. A little more elegant. Perhaps, you’d like to partake in an activity with a little... culture.

If the last “art” exhibit you liked was a beauty influencer's Instagram, it might be time to break out of your routine and tour some of the cultural highlights of Southern California. Luckily, Los Angeles is surrounded by lovely locales that offer the chance to experience fine art, dance, film, and history, all while taking a break from the city. So, plan a weekend day away and visit one of these cultural gems just outside of LA.

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The Best Beaches in Hawaii for Learning How to Surf, According to Pro Surfers

Navigating your way through some of the world’s best surf breaks can be tricky -- especially for beginners. Like snowflakes, no two surf breaks are exactly alike; some breaks are short and slow, while others are long and choppy. Some are deceivingly calm, but have a rough undercurrent, and some look just plain dangerous, but novice surfers still flock to them because, well, they’re totally pretty. So to avoid confusion (and injuries), we asked some local professional surfers where they’d recommend beginners start out. Before you sex-wax up your longboard and hit the waves, check out some pro surfers’ top break spots for beginners.